Give your old stuff new life: Prague's re-use project expands its activities
The city’s long-term environmental plan counts on finding new homes not only for furniture but toys, appliances, and other gently loved goods.
Deloitte study: Czech Republic has second-least affordable housing in Europe
It now takes over 12 average annual salaries to buy a flat in the Czech Republic, and prices are currently rising fastest in Brno.
App for repairing, reusing, and reselling IKEA furniture wins Prague hackathon
The Re-pair + Re-use + Re-sell project to extend the lifespan of IKEA furniture took the top prize at the GreenHack European green hackathon.
Czech furniture maker's sexy couch creation puts the ‘ah’ in sofa
Inspired by tantric massage, Jan Fišera hopes his SOFAah! will ignite post-lockdown passions while opening up a dialogue on healthy sexuality.
Piano rentals in Prague: Czech music heritage at your fingertips
The non-profit organization Czech Music Fund rents Petrofs and other Czech-made pianos at a reasonable price.
Buy, sell, or rent in Prague? Honest answers from a long-time Czech realtor to expats
Top broker Jana Reich on the current situation for property owners, and her own approach to helping foreigners navigate Czech real estate.
How to switch to a cheaper utilities provider in the Czech Republic
Many people don’t realize they have a choice when it comes to gas and electricity – or that changing providers can slash costs considerably.
Study: Country living makes a comeback in the Czech Republic as remote work is here to stay
A combination of the pandemic and technology means people no longer have to live in major cities to work, but they may need new job skills.
Volume of Czech mortgages in the first quarter of 2021 sets a new record
March was the best month ever in terms of numbers and volumes of mortgages, but interest rates are rising.
Home office is here to stay, and developers are already responding
Two new developments from Skanska Reality will have dedicated work areas plus green space and services that can be enjoyed without leaving home.
Prague has a new strategic plan to increase the number of affordable flats
The city hopes to see 9,000 new flats a year created with a focus on affordable and quality housing.
A 'next-gen' co-living project finds a home in Prague's Holešovice district
The Czech capital's newest residence sets its sights on international students and young professionals.
Revitalization efforts for Prague’s Baba district begin: learn more about this functionalist gem
The complex of buildings was part of an international movement to create modern housing.
Prague is opening a furniture bank for the needy and collecting unwanted items
The city will also be working with companies to take in slightly damaged goods to repair and redistribute.
How to purchase a property in the Czech Republic: know these important steps
This expert checklist will help you avoid legal issues when purchasing real estate.
Plan to bring affordable housing to young families in Prague gets early approval
The city aims to create new cooperative housing to help young families and people in key professions
The poop-check deck and pass-through room: Things that surprise foreigners about Czech flats
Czech apartments come with some features that may take a little getting used to; we asked a Prague real estate agent to shed some light on them
